History Retention
History retention is the rule that decides how long past dictation results remain stored and accessible.
History Retention History retention is the rule that decides how long past dictation results remain stored and accessible.
What it means
History retention sets the lifetime of past voice input results. It determines whether items are ephemeral, short-lived, or kept until the user clears them.
Why it matters
The retention rule changes the privacy posture of the product. Longer retention can help recovery, but it also raises expectations around visibility, control, and deletion.
Why it matters in Mallo
If Mallo keeps recent entries, the app should explain how long they remain and where they live. Retention is part of product trust, not just a storage detail.
FAQ
Common questions
Why is history retention a product choice?
Because it balances privacy, recovery convenience, and how much clutter accumulates over time.
Should history stay forever by default?
Usually no. A good default depends on the product’s trust model and the sensitivity of the user’s text.
Why does this matter in Mallo?
Mallo handles real writing work, so users need clear expectations about what lingers after dictation ends.